Frequencies the DOL table marks for Texas
An “X” in the DOL table means the state permits that payday frequency; blank means it is not marked. Check your state labor office for the current rule.
| Pay frequency | Marked by DOL |
|---|---|
| Weekly | No |
| Biweekly | Yes |
| Semimonthly | Yes |
| Monthly | Yes |
DOL footnotes for Texas
- 21 Texas. Each employee who is exempt from the overtime provisions of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) must be paid at least once a month; others must be paid at least twice a month. Semi-monthly pay periods must contain as nearly as possible an equal number of days. Within those limitations, an employer may designate any paydays he or she chooses.
Source: US Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division, State Payday Requirements (revised January 1, 2023). Record id: DOL-WHD-state-payday / Texas. Data revised January 1, 2023.